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Aug 14 2025EDUCATION

Saving Science: How States Can Step Up When Federal Funds Fall Short

The U. S. has long relied on federal funding to fuel university research, a partnership that has driven innovation and economic growth. However, recent cuts and uncertainties under the current administration have left universities scrambling. The abrupt loss of federal grants can halt research, forc

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Aug 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

Aurora's Data Center Fixes: Noise, Delays, and Resident Reimbursements

In Aurora, the CyrusOne data center is gearing up for repair work on Thursday, following a weather-induced delay. The initial plan was to tackle electrical equipment issues on Tuesday, but safety concerns due to changing weather conditions pushed the schedule back. This isn't the first time the data

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Aug 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Ford's Big EV Move and Tech Talk

Ford is making a huge bet on electric vehicles. They plan to spend almost $2 billion to change a factory in Kentucky. This factory has made gas-powered cars for a long time. Ford wants to make electric cars that are cheaper and better. But there's a problem. The government might stop giving money to

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Aug 12 2025SCIENCE

Pesticides, Pregnancy, and Babies' Brains: What's the Link?

In Thailand, a study looked at how pesticides might affect babies' brain development. The focus was on farmworkers who were pregnant. Researchers checked their urine for pesticide traces and studied the genes in their placentas. They also tested the babies' behavior at five weeks old. The study fou

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Aug 11 2025SPORTS

Breaking Barriers: Jen Pawol Makes History in Baseball

Jen Pawol has achieved something remarkable. She is the first woman to umpire a Major League Baseball game. This happened during a match between the Atlanta Braves and the Miami Marlins. The event was a big deal, but Pawol is already back to her usual routine in Triple A. Pawol's journey to this po

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Aug 11 2025CRIME

Mexico's Struggle Against Women's Killings: Laws Fall Short

Mexico made big moves to protect women. They introduced laws against femicide, changed divorce rules, and made abortion safer. But did these changes make a difference? Not really. Despite all these efforts, women in Mexico are still being killed at alarming rates. The idea was simple. Make femicide

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Aug 10 2025EDUCATION

Why Do Some Kids Act Mean Online? A Look at Trolling and Why It Happens

Online trolling is when people post mean or annoying messages to start fights or trouble. It's not just one thing, and not everyone does it for the same reason. Some kids do it to get back at someone, while others do it just for fun. A recent study looked at why kids aged 11 to 14 do this and found

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Aug 09 2025HEALTH

The Comeback Kid: Vinay Prasad's Unexpected FDA Return

Vinay Prasad is back at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), picking up where he left off just two weeks ago. He's in charge of vaccines, gene therapies, and blood products again. The FDA asked him to come back, but it's not clear if he'll keep his other big job as the agency's top medical and sc

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Aug 08 2025BUSINESS

Singapore's Dual Appeal: The Power of Resorts World Sentosa

In the heart of Singapore, a unique blend of entertainment and luxury thrives. Resorts World Sentosa, or RWS, isn't just a casino; it's a vibrant hub that draws in millions each year. With a theme park, hotels, and a variety of dining options, it's a place where fun and relaxation go hand in hand.

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Aug 08 2025SCIENCE

How Microbes Use RNA Tricks to Survive in Our Bodies

Microbes have clever ways to stay alive inside us. They change their RNA to adapt to our bodies. This is like a secret code that helps them survive. New tech lets us see how they do this. It's a big deal because it shows how sneaky microbes can be. Different microbes use this trick. Bacteria, fungi

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